by our College Data Analytics TeamKnowing the many expenses associated with going to college can allow you to make the right financial decision. The costs of housing, food, and supplies add up quickly!
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The following table outlines average prices at Oberlin College for both on-campus and off-campus housing, meal plans as well as other expenses.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $17,854 | $9,858 |
| — Housing | $8,858 | |
| — Meals | $8,996 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $1,500 | $1,908 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,908 | $1,908 |
| Total | $21,262 | $13,674 |
There has been an average 4.5% price adjustment each year for the past five years in Oberlin housing and dining costs, compared to a nationwide average change of 2.4%. If the latest developments carry on, 2022 incoming first year students will pay about $21,959 in housing, meals and other expenses in the first year of college. Those individuals will likely wind up having to pay around $22,704 in their 2nd year, and $24,342 in their fourth year.
Bachelor's degree students will end up spending a total of somewhere around $92,503 in living costs by the time they complete their degree, while associate degree students will pay a total of about $44,663.
* estimated
Are you wondering whether you may be required to live on campus? If you are a first-time full-time student, some schools may require it. See the table below to find out whether Oberlin does or not, as well as the on-campus housing capacity.
Schools may offer meal plans where the number of meals per week can vary, for example, the student receives a meal card and charges meals against the card. Then there are schools like Oberlin that offer meal plans based on the number of meals per week. See the table below to find out the number of meals per week in the maximum meal plan offered at Oberlin.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Are Freshmen Required to Live on Campus? | No |
| On-Campus Housing Capacity | 2,694 |
| Meals Per Week Included in Max Meal Plan | 28 |
With room, board, books, supplies, and other expenses costing on-campus students $21,262, Oberlin College is above the U.S. average of $15,282.
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